Our Pet of the Week Blizzard is here to warm your heart! This senior husky mix still has a lot of pep in his step! Blizzard enjoys going for long walks, and often carries a toy with him. He also loves a good brushing, and will occasionally roll over for a belly rub too. Blizzard […]
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has completed its investigation into reports of deceased and mutilated cats found in Kent and surrounding south King County communities. Based on examinations of the remains, experts concluded that wildlife, and not humans, caused the deaths. In recent weeks, pet owners and social media posts raised concerns suggesting […]
We are on track to open our new facility in 2027, and we’re working with 4Culture to make it beautiful and welcoming. As part of King County’s public art program and the 1% for Art ordinance, 4Culture is heading up the effort to commission an artist to create a cohesive, two‑dimensional design for the new […]
Scammers are contacting owners of lost pets in our area, claiming their pet has been found needing surgery and demanding immediate payment. Some are using AI-generated images of an animal in surgery as “proof.” THESE ARE SCAMS! RASKC will NEVER ask you for payment by phone or text to treat your sick or injured pet! […]
This “Rey” of sunshine is our Pet of the Week! Rey is a three-year-old pittie who also goes by ReyRey. He is one of the sweetest boys you’ll ever meet! Rey can be a bit shy at first, but loves getting attention and scritches. He will lean into you and even sit on your lap […]
America will mark its 250th birthday this Fourth of July, and there are lots of celebrations planned all over the nation for the milestone. Many of those celebrations will include fireworks, both professional displays and people shooting off their own. While most areas of King County have banned most types of consumer fireworks, it’s a […]
Want a cat that’s large and in charge? Meet Marge, our Pet of the Week! This five-year-old brown and white tabby girl is affectionate and talkative, though she does have a shy side. Marge enjoys tasty snacks and playtime. Marge is a very observant girl, and may need some time to get used to new […]
Say hello to Passionflower, our Pet of the Week! This almost two-year-old pittie mix is the sweetest girl you could ever meet! She is considered a large breed dog. Passionflower is incredibly food motivated and will do anything for a yummy treat. That helps as she learns new skills, and she will be the BEST […]
Have you been thinking about adding a furry “fur-ever” friend to your family? This Thursday, April 30 may be your day! To celebrate Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, Regional Animal Services of King County will waive pet adoption fees for one day only for all cats, dogs, rabbits, and other critters. (A pet license fee […]
Experience love to the moon and back with Laika, our Pet of the Week! This almost three-year-old German Shepherd mix was brought in to the Pet Adoption Center last year, and has been spending the last few months with one of our awesome foster volunteers. Laika’s foster mom says she gets along with the other […]
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